Life at the Top

When Jasper finally woke up, the first thing he smelled was the sharp scent of disinfectant. Then, he opened his eyes to see a white ceiling. He was about to ask where he was, only to feel his throat burn. It felt like it was about to tear and burn from how dry it was.

“Water…” He whispered softly. Wendy heard movement and immediately walked over.

She grabbed Jasper’s hand tightly, her eyes filled with worry.

“How are you feeling, Jasp? What do you need?”

“Water…”

Wendy quickly grabbed the warm water she had prepared beforehand.

Jasper felt much better after taking a sip, and he slowly regained consciousness. His chest clenched slightly when he saw Wendy’s worried expression and the reddened corners of her eyes.

“What happened? Did you cry?”

The emotions Wendy had tried hard to suppress immediately resurfaced when she heard Jasper’s question.

Tears started to well in her eyes which shocked Jasper.

“What’s wrong? Did I say something wrong?”

Wendy shook her head and wiped her tears. “You didn’t. It’s just that you scared all of us. You fainted in front of all of us after the financial war with Soros two days ago.”

“The little prince and Lord Alvarado were terrified when they brought you to the hospital. They were both frantic, they almost tripped and fell over while running.”

had a vague idea of what happened after Wendy told him what had happened. He remembered feeling unwell that day, but he did not say anything because of how important the moment was. He was thankful that he only fainted after everything was over,

lips when he thought about how, despite their

and all

was save for two eye-catching plants in the corner of the room. Those plants did not look like they belonged

and blinding, and that you wouldn’t like it when you woke up. So,

stopped him, I think he would have repainted the room as well.” Wendy explained, not knowing if she should

A few higher-ups are here too, they came to the hospital to visit you. You made a huge

up and forgot to tell them you’re awake. I’ll

Then she left.

Jasper smiled exasperatedly

times when

the room with Jasper’s medical

that you only fainted due to over-exhaustion and malnutrition. But I’m telling you, I’m going to watch you eat from now on, okay? You better eat when

smiled and nodded as he

“Alright. Whatever you say…”

when she heard his response. She was an understanding person, but Jasper fainting had just caused her too much concern. She was thankful that it was no big deal this time, but she would not know what to do if it happened

going to come and visit

Jasper shook his head.

just worked myself too hard this time. I’ll be fine

since Old Master Law and some higher-ups had come to visit. Then, she went out to inform the

outside the window,

to a sunny sky again. He knew that there was still a long way to go, but he would walk it no matter how difficult it was. After all,